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The dominant feature during the Ottoman period was a mosque inside the Parthenon, complete with a minaret. The Acropolis was besieged thrice during the Greek War of Independence —two sieges from the Greeks in 1821–1822 and one from the Ottomans in 1826–1827.
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The Acropolis Museum, one of the most important museums in the world, houses the findings of only one archaeological site, the Athenian Acropolis and its slopes.
Acropolis - Wikipedia
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An acropolis was the settlement of an upper part of an ancient Greek city, especially a citadel, and frequently a hill with precipitous sides, mainly chosen for purposes of defense.
Acropolis of Athens | History, Buildings, & Facts | Britannica
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The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, Greece. It served as the religious and defensive center of ancient Athens, housing the city's chief municipal and religious buildings.
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The Acropolis of Athens is a truly amazing monument. It is a unique archaeological site, the centrepiece of classical antiquity, the icon of ancient Greek history, a symbol of democracy and ideals that shaped the world as we know it today.
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The Acropolis is known worldwide for its architectural masterpieces, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion on the top of this hill.
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The Acropolis rises in the heart of modern Athens, on a 156-meter-high rocky hill that dominates the cityscape. Located in the Plaka area, it is surrounded by a bustling area of cafes, stores, and picturesque streets, making for an atmospheric and immersive entire sightseeing experience.
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The Acropolis of Athens is a fortified hilltop archaeological complex of ancient monuments that date back to the 5th century B.C., the Golden Age of Athens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the top tourist attractions in Athens, Greece.
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The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world.